Inspection Results » Weirton Geriatric Center

Health Inspection on April 26, 2018 ^[1]

1. Widespread: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy

   • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. (Corrected 2018-07-16)

2. Pattern: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy

   • Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents. (Corrected 2018-07-16)
   • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (Corrected 2018-07-16)
   • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (Corrected 2018-07-16)

3. Isolated: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy

   • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (Corrected 2018-07-16)
   • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentÂ’s preferences and goals. (Corrected 2018-07-16)
   • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (Corrected 2018-07-16)
   • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. (Corrected 2018-07-16)
   • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (Corrected 2018-07-16)

4. Widespread: No actual harm with potential for minimal harm

   • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. (Corrected 2018-07-16)